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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Sofia Airport to Elena

Cheapest
2 h 34 min
Car
267 km.
from $14
Other
8 h 24 min
202 km.
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8 h 7 min
Train, Bus
202 km.
Select a ticket
9 h 5 min
202 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Iskarsko Shose to Tvarditsa
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.32–$11.37
Train from Iskarsko Shose to Sliven
Ave. Duration:
4h 3m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.95–$12.63

Bus operators

Crazy Holidays

Phone:
+30 2310241545
Email:
Website:
crazyholidays.gr/root.en.aspx
Bus from Sofia to Sliven
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$53.06–$75.80

Doris Bus

Phone:
0700 1 2222
Website:
doris-bg.com/bg/
Bus from Sofia to Sliven
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.91

Sliven Municipality Bus

Phone:
044/611 100
Email:
Website:
mun.sliven.bg/
Bus from Sliven to Elena
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena?

The cheapest way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena is to train which costs $30.43 - $42.39 and takes 5h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena?

The fastest way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Sofia Airport (SOF) and Elena?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia Airport (SOF) station to Elena. However, there are services departing from Sofia Airport Terminal 2 Bus Station and arriving at Elena via Sofia and Sliven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena?

The distance between Sofia Airport (SOF) and Elena is 285 km. The road distance is 256.8 km.

How do I travel from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena without a car?

The best way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs $30.43 - $42.39 .

How long does it take to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena bus from?

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena bus services, operated by Doris Bus, depart from Sofia station.

Train, bus or fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena?

The best way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs $30.43 - $42.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 24m. There are no good options to fly between Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena.

Where does the Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena bus arrive?

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena bus services, operated by Doris Bus, arrive at Sliven station.

Can I drive from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena is 257 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Elena.

Where can I stay near Elena?

There are 49+ hotels available in Elena. Prices start at $17.07 per night.
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